Re: (erielack) Re: Erie platter and soup bowl - Official answer

[trainman55_@_comcast.net]

My comments were not RUDE, nor INCONSIDERATE and I am NOT UNINFORMED. I have seen far too many reproductions pawned off as originals. I am happy you have made efforts to note the intention of your reproductions but I notice you do not say the items are reproductions. At any rate, the check I made to the restoration fund has been destroyed and I wish you all well in your endeavors. You people should learn manners. I kin rede n spel gud
trainman55_@_comcast.net
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Keep on Chuggin

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From: "JOHN J BOEHNER" <jjbchian_@_msn.com>
> To "Trainman55" and listers:
> 
> I have, of course, read the rude, inconsiderate and completely uninformed 
> comments by Trainman55 concerning ELDCPS's reproduction Erie and DL&W china. The 
> reproductions are all marked with "Made Expressly for Erie Lackawanna Diner 
> 741", plus the date on the bottom (If you had taken the time to ask us, or 
> purchased several, you would already know this). The reproductions are of 
> excellent quality, and the graphics are more "crisp" then the originals. Tim and 
> I have been measuring our originals to make certain the reproductions are as 
> close as possible. A truly knowledgeable collector will be able to instantly 
> differentiate between an original piece of Erie Starrucca china from one of our 
> reproductions. If there is any question, then an intelligent buyer should 
> request from the seller a photo of the bottom of the piece. Todd Stearns has 
> understood the concept and stated our official position nicely: "The society is 
> simply using a means to raise much needed funds for restoration!
>   efforts. Do you know a better way? In the meantime, buyers get some nice 
> pieces that at least reflect the tastes of the railroads they know and love." 
> Thank you Todd! 
> 
> Todd also writes: "You're a member of the ELDCPS, yet I am not. I do buy items 
> here and there to support their cause and enjoy the items however. Somehow I 
> feel you paying annual dues doesn't hold a candle to the support I give as a 
> non-member". We have checked our records, and to the best of our knowledge, 
> Trainman55 is not a member of ELDCPS. So as he claims he is a "member of the 
> Historical society", we are certain he has ELDCPS somehow confused with ELHS. 
> However, we do have in our files several E-mails from him criticizing our 
> efforts. Todd, I would like to thank you for your support, and we would be 
> pleased if you would consider becoming a member! 
> 
> One other reason for the reproductions that has obviously not occurred to 
> Trainman55 is we have to stock Diner 741. If would be completely absurd to even 
> suggest that we attempt to purchase enough originals. With breakage and wear and 
> tear, how long do you think the originals would last? 
> 
> A suggestion for Trainman55: Learn to spell! If you make a mistake, use the 
> spell check function! It is really not that difficult. 
> 
> A "News Flash" for Trainman55: Grow up. ELDCPS will be reproducing ALL of the 
> Erie Starrucca pattern for fundraising and use in Diner 741. End of discussion. 
> In addition, we will be reproducing several DL&W patterns for the same purpose 
> for Lackawanna Diner 470. So, "chill out", and as Steve Twarogowski recommended: 
> "Take two aspirin and go to bed. Tomorrow is another day". "Keep on chuggin" 
> should consider purchasing our excellent reproductions, you will not have to 
> worry about dropping any, plus saving lots of money! 
> 
> 
> Kind regards, 
> 
> John Boehner, Vice President - Operations
> ELDCPS  
> 
> 
> 
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> Date: Fri, 30 Mar 2007 21:37:19 +0000
> From: trainman55_@_comcast.net<about:blank>
> Subject: Re: (erielack) Erie platter and soup bowl
> 
> As a member of the Historical society, although not amongst the inner sactum, I 
> am outraged that more reporduction china and glassware will make its way into 
> the open market and be pawned off as vintage or old. We who collect railroad 
> memorabilia do not need more repros on the market  to satisfy those who can't 
> afford the real thing. It is diffcult enough to separate the wheat from the 
> chaff. Thanx so much. trainman55_@_comcast.net<about:blank>
> 
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> Keep on Chuggin
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